Waleed under fire in 'bogan' row

Waleed Aly has come under fire after suggesting administration workers are "bogan" during Monday night's episode of The Project.

Waleed under fire in 'bogan' row

His remark came when the show's panel were discussing a recent online ad posted by a Perth business, that was heavily criticised for discriminating against "bogans [and] rough people".

Waleed has been slammed by viewers. Source: Channel Ten

The since-deleted Guntree advert required applicants to "have good references" and be "drug free, [and] also child and pet friendly," as well as advising that "No bogans or rough people need apply".

But Waleed sparked outrage with his reaction, drawing gasps from shocked audience members when he commented, "If you're not taking bogans, where are you going to find good admin people? Where are they going to get them from?"

Many were unhappy they had been labelled "bogan" by the host. Source: Twitter

The remark came after a business posted an online ad. Source: Twitter

"Rude, Waleed @theprojecttv. I've two degrees, including one in Latin and Ancient Greek & all I'm looking for is an admin position. #nobogan," one user tweeted.

"I work in admin and I am the antithesis of a Bogan. Get off your high horse," read another tweet with another user saying, "No Waleed. Not cool at all. Not all Admin peeps are Bogans. Many are degree qualified. Can't believe your comment!"